Karen A. Parrott

September 2, 1945  -  February 28, 2025

A funeral service to celebrate Karen's life will be held at St. John's at 1:00PM on Sunday, March 9. All are welcome.

Karen A. Parrott passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at home in the presence of her beloved husband, Arthur. She was born on September 2, 1945 to Cornelius and Stella (Morgridge) Moynahan in Portsmouth, N.H. Karen grew up in Eliot, ME as the youngest sibling to Hannah Wynne, Bud Moynahan, Jerry Moynahan and Kathy Reinartz.

Over the years, she supported and volunteered at many local organizations, including St. John’s Episcopal Church. At St. John’s, this included being treasurer of the women’s group, lay eucharistic minister, gardener, newsletter distributor, Holly Hill Fair coordinator, hosting coffee hour, and helping with whatever else needed to get done. She truly valued being part of the St. John’s community, and she had a deep and authentic faith.

Together we will celebrate this remarkable woman. All are welcome to attend her celebration of life this Sunday, March 9 at 1pm. A reception in Thaxter Hall will follow. Click here to access the live-stream of the service.

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Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord.

And let perpetual light shine upon her.

May the souls of the faithful departed,

through the mercy of God,

rest in peace.